Proper Fastening Prevents Call Backs
Improper fastening of structural panels continues to be an expensive call-back issue for many builders, and the Ol’ Sage Builder as the solution and a few tips for you to help!
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APA Video on Panel Spacing
Why Leave a Space Between roof sheathing, wall sheathing or sub-flooring panels? The Ol’ Sage Builder has got the answer for you!
Using taller wall panels saves time and money
Have you started using taller wall panels in your buildings? The advice of the Ol’ Sage Builder: If Energy efficiency is on your mind then you should be! Read on for all the details.
Will OSB provide the same strength as CDX?
When building any project we all want the best out of our materials, so if you curious on if OSB will provide the same strength as CDX then we’ve got an answer for you!
Melting ice on OSB sub-floor paneling with calcium
Calcium chloride and sodium chloride are not recommended by the APA for melting ice which has formed on OSB sub-floor paneling such as Truflor. Read what the Ol’ Sage Builder has to say on this matter.
Asphalt Shingle Installation Guidelines
Asphalt shingles make a great roof and there lots of options in color, appearance and grades to choose from. Let the Ol’ Sage Builder help you sort through this!
Spray foam vs. Radiant Barriers… Which is Best?
Which is better spray foam or radiant barrier in the attic space? Find out in todays advice from the Ol’ Sage Builder.
Asphalt Shingles over Cedar Shakes—Good Idea or Bad Move?
Do you have asphalt shingles over wood shakes and would like to remove the old asphalt shingles and install new asphalt shingles directly over the wood shakes? Curious to know if this is a good idea or a bad move?
Painting cut edges of Durastand pointSIX flooring
Curious to know if you should paint the cut edges of your Durastrand pointSIX flooring? Let the Ol’ Sage Builder enlighten you!
Aspenite or OSB?
What is the difference between “aspenite”, OSB, waferboard and chipboard? Find out in todays post from the Ol’ Sage Builder!